Arizona Highlands Midwifery
Meet Your Midwife
Dani became a Certified Professional Midwife through the North American Registry of Midwives in 1999 and has been a Licensed Midwife through the Arizona Department of Health Services since 2008. Dani is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, this is the highest credential available to lactation service providers.
Midwife, Lactation Consultant & Advocate
Educational Background & History:
Licensed & Certified Midwife
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
Certified Breastfeeding Specialist with Lactation Education Resources.
Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation & CPR
Herbalist
Hospice Volunteer
End of Life Educator
Originally from New York, Dani has lived in Arizona for most of the past 25 years. She has 4 children (pictured with 2 of them above) -three home births- and the most delightful grandchildren.
In 1998, Dani completed the MEAC accredited program in midwifery at Maternidad La Luz in El Paso, TX and later went on to study creative writing at Prescott College. Currently, she is working toward credentialing as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. Dani has attended over 300 births in many roles; as midwife, student, and friend. A passionate herbalist, hospice volunteer, and end of life educator, Dani is drawn to serving families whose birthing journey has been impacted by trauma and grief.
With deep trust in the power of stories, Dani explores life and midwifery with the curiosity of a lifelong learner.
Testimonials
“Dani is one of those human beings who has the capacity to occupy and teach from a wide swath of experience and intelligence. Not only does she have a keen mind, but so much emotional and embodied wisdom and experience, which makes all the difference. I have been blessed to absorb so much from Dani and to feel the waves of capacity that she naturally and profoundly carries. I trust her implicitly with my own stories and emotions."Jade Sherer
Animas Valley Institute
School of Lost Borders
"Dani brings her keen intellect and a deep well of compassion to her work in the fields of birth and death. Her capacity for holding space with love and fierceness makes her an exceptional resource."Zoe McCaffrey
M.A. Educational Psychology
"As a first-time dad, stepping into the world of homebirth was both exciting and overwhelming, but having Dani as our midwife made all the difference. She is intentional, loving, knowledgeable, and above all creates a space that feels safe and empowering. Watching her care for my wife with such wisdom and gentleness was incredible, but what stood out even more was how she also guided and reassured me throughout the process. Dani didn't just support my wife, she made sure I felt confident, informed, and included every step of the way."